My son opened the lid right when they arrived cause he was afraid they couldn't breathe. I covered them up right away. Will they be ok?

Yes. Holes in lid, fabric is breathable. Caterpillars use the fabric to hang from when they cocoon, so keep lid on. Don’t need to do anything till they’re all hanging, then place lids standing upright in the holder provided

Guarantee? all are alive & hatch. money back. i purchased caterpillars for my grandchildren & only one survived. who do i contact about replacements?

How can we contact them? We received 3 live caterpillars and the other 2 dead (and in pieces).

Can They Eat Peaches?

We have ours pineapple and watermelon. W Sweet and juicy

Is it normal for there to be webs in the cup?

It is a normal part of caterpillar life to form webs. The webs seem to help them when they eventually climb to the top of their cup to hang upside down. I have had webs every time with these and have ordered them almost every year for the last 15 years.

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Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars - 5 Live Painted Lady Caterpillars with Food - Refill for Butterfly Garden Kit - Chrys-A-Lid Holding Log Included - STEM Learning Activity

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🐛5 live Painted Lady caterpillars

📚Hands-on STEM learning

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🦋 Transform your space, transform your mind!

FARM FRESH USA GROWN - Sustainably raised on a family farm in California since 1969 for guaranteed quality.
STEM EDUCATION MEETS FUN - Engage kids and professionals alike in a captivating biology lesson that sparks curiosity.
COMPLETE CARE KIT INCLUDED - Everything you need—nutritious food, Chrys-A-Lid holder, and detailed instructions.
WATCH NATURES MAGIC UNFOLD - Experience real-time metamorphosis with 5 live caterpillars ready to transform.
PERFECT REFILL FOR BUTTERFLY GARDEN - Seamlessly continue your butterfly habitat journey (habitat sold separately).

The Insect Lore Cup of Caterpillars offers 5 live Painted Lady caterpillars raised in the USA, complete with food and a Chrys-A-Lid holder. Designed as a refill for the Butterfly Garden Habitat, this STEM-focused kit provides a hands-on educational experience ideal for families and classrooms, allowing users to observe the full metamorphosis cycle. Ships within the continental U.S. under optimal temperature conditions.

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ASIN	B07QX99XFL
Age Range Description	4+
Best Sellers Rank	#22,998 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #189 in Educational Science Kits
Brand Name	Insect Lore
Customer Reviews	4.1 out of 5 stars 5,233 Reviews
Educational Objective	STEM
Global Trade Identification Number	00735569010008
Included Components	Cup of 5 baby caterpillars with their food, Chrys-A-Lid Holder, Stickers, Caterpillar Care Guide
Is Assembly Required	No
Item Dimensions	3.1 x 3.1 x 3 inches
Item Type Name	Cup of Caterpillars
Item Weight	4.8 ounces
Manufacturer	Insect Lore
Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS)	1200.0
Manufacturer Minimum Age (MONTHS)	48.0
Manufacturer Part Number	L100
Material Type	Plastic
Model Number	L100
Size	Small
Theme	Insect
UPC	735569010008
Unit Count	1.0 Count

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